When you think of “Appalachian cooking,” what comes to mind? For a lot of folks, it’s savory comfort foods like biscuits with sausage gravy, crispy fried chicken and mashed potatoes loaded with butter. But, what about folks who want that comfort food, without involving animals? Jan Brandenburg is a pharmacist and poet in Eastern Kentucky. Over the last 30 years, she’s collected and perfected recipes that take a plant-based approach to the Appalachian table. Producer Bill Lynch spoke with Brandenburg about her new book The Modern Mountain Cookbook.

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Government Chris Schulz, Apr. 17, 2025

Senate Democrats Formally Request Repeal Of Controversial DEI Bill

The state Senate’s two democrats have both signed a letter to Senate President Randy Smith stating that Senate Bill 474 did not properly complete legislative action, and should not be enrolled, authenticated, or presented to the Governor for approval. They are also calling on the governor to veto the bill if it reaches him.

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Government Chris Schulz, Apr. 16, 2025

State’s Democratic Party Continues Public Criticism Of Anti-DEI Bill Procedure

The West Virginia Democratic Party is demanding the reversal of the anti-DEI bill until what they call proper legislative procedures and transparent debate can take place.

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Government Jack Walker +, Apr. 13, 2025

In Eleventh Hour, Senate Republicans Suspend Rules To Pass DEI Ban

Both chambers of the West Virginia Legislature voted to pass a bill banning diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. But a technical error sent the state Senate into chaos Saturday night.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Mar. 19, 2025

Senate Energy Chair Seeks Recusal On Bill Mon Power Opposes

Sen. Chris Rose, a Monongalia County Republican, will ask Senate President Randy Smith to recuse himself from Senate Bill 505. The Energy committee approved this bill last week, and Rose is one of its co-sponsors.

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Government WVPB Staff, Feb. 19, 2025

Senate President Discusses Legislative Priorities And How Federal Cuts Could Affect Local Schools, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, new Senate President Randy Smith discusses his legislative priorities, and a look at what cuts to the U.S. Department of Education could mean for local schools.

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Government WVPB Staff, Feb. 18, 2025

Senate President Smith Weighs In On Legislative Goals

On this episode of The Legislature Today, News Director Eric Douglas speaks with West Virginia Senate President Randy Smith, R-Preston. Smith was elected to be the Senate President for the 87th legislature that started this year.

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